Community Sports Programs Lead | Grassroots Impact

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a passionate Community Sports Development Officer to drive grassroots participation across the city. You will design and manage programs, engage schools, clubs and community groups, and help build a healthier, more active Durban through sport.

The role emphasizes hands-on program development, partnerships, outreach, training volunteers, monitoring impact, and identifying funding opportunities to sustain community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in sports development, community engagement or event management.
• Strong communication and networking skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage community-based sports programs and events for diverse age groups.
• Build and maintain relationships with schools, clubs, community centres and stakeholders.
• Promote participation through outreach initiatives and marketing efforts.
• Identify funding opportunities and assist in grant writing.
• Monitor and evaluate program impact and participation.
• Organize and deliver training workshops for volunteers and coaches.

Skills

Sports development

Community engagement

Event management

Education

Sports Science or related

Job description

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a passionate Community Sports Development Officer to drive grassroots participation across the city. You will design and manage programs, engage schools, clubs and community groups, and help build a healthier, more active Durban through sport.

The role emphasizes hands-on program development, partnerships, outreach, training volunteers, monitoring impact, and identifying funding opportunities to sustain community initiatives.